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Scene in Mountlake Terrace: The other ‘tree’ in town

Mountlake Terrace had its official holiday tree lighting Dec. 1, but lights are also visible on the city’s water tower, which used to serve as the official “tree” for city before the new city hall was constructed. — Photo by David Carlos

Scene nearby: Elf storage?

Yes, it’s intentional: This place has a little fun with its name this time each year. Located at South 25th Street and South Holgate Way, Tacoma. — Photo by David Carlos

Scene nearby: Shoreline’s Highland Ice Arena demolished

The building that once housed Shoreline’s Highland Ice Arena, located at 18005 Aurora Ave. N., was demolished this week, making way for new apartments. The arena closed in October 2022 after 60 years in business. Through the decades, the arena has seen innumerable skating lessons, hockey games, parties, and practices. The original owners –Dorothy and…

Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Ballinger Park construction overview — July 30, 2023

David Carlos on June 25 began taking weekly photographs via drone to capture the progress of the fish and wildlife restoration project at Ballinger Park. The $5.5 million project aims to transform Ballinger Park into a natural area with wetlands, riparian corridors, natural vegetation, habitat for birds, fish, turtles and amphibians – and hopefully someday…

Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Ballinger Park construction overview — July 23, 2023

David Carlos on June 25 began taking weekly photographs via drone to capture the progress of the fish and wildlife restoration project at Ballinger Park. The $5.5 million project aims to transform Ballinger Park into a natural area with wetlands, riparian corridors, natural vegetation, habitat for birds, fish, turtles and amphibians – and hopefully someday…

Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Getting ready for Tour de Terrace

The Davis Shows Northwest traveling carnival has arrived in Mountlake Terrace and workers are setting up for this weekend’s Tour de Terrace festival at Evergreen Playfield Complex, 22205 56th Ave. W. Hours Friday, July 21: 2-11 p.m. Saturday, July 22: Noon-11 p.m. Sunday, July 23: Noon-6 p.m. The Tour de Terrace parade starts at 6:45…